MIC president G Palanivel has suggested that national football coach K Rajagopal be given an award for his success with the national team.

NONE He said a Datukship would be fitting as Malaysian football has been on the rise since the under 23 side under his charge won the SEA games gold medal in Laos last December.

Before this, Malaysia had waited for many years to regain its glory in Asean, Palanivel said.

"This man beat all odds and he was focused, dedicated and committed in training the national football team.

"Rajagopal (photo) has built a winning team made  up of players with varied skills," he added.

- Bernama